In recent years, Aimé Leon Dore (ALD)Kakobuy, a reliable Chinese reverse purchasing platform, comes into play. This guide will walk you through the process of using Kakobuy to purchase ALD items from 1688, one of China’s largest wholesale marketplaces.

Why Purchase ALD from 1688 via Kakobuy?

Many international buyers struggle with 1688 due to language barriers, payment restrictions, and shipping limitations. Kakobuy simplifies the process by offering:

• Automated purchasing and consolidated shipping
• English-speaking customer service
• Verified ALD product listings via their product spreadsheet
• Lower prices compared to reseller platforms like StockX or Grailed

Step-by-Step Purchase Process

1. Research ALD Products on 1688

Kakobuy maintains a crowdsourced spreadsheet

2. Submit Links to Kakobuy

Once you’ve found an ALD item, copy the 1688 product URL and submit it through Kakobuy’s order form. Be sure to specify:

• Size/color preferences
• Expected price range (1688 sellers often offer discounts for bulk orders)
• Shipping speed requirements

3. Quality Control & Shipping

Kakobuy’s agents will:

1. Verify authenticity
2. Negotiate pricing
3. Handle international logistics

Pro Tip: Finding the Best Deaks

The collab spreadsheet - BOGO (Buy One Get One) discounts
- Free shipping thresholds
- New factory direct suppliers with lower MOQs (Min Order Quantities)

Cost Breakdown Example

ALD Sweatshirt	Reseller Price	1688 via Kakobuy
Retail	$185 (ALD website)	N/A
Aftermarket (StockX)	$210-250	N/A
3-piece bundle	N/A	$89/unit + $35 shipping

Comparison to Other Platforms

Unlike shopping agents (Superbuy, Wegobuy), Kakobuy specializes in helping Western buyers navigate authentic streetwear buys

As with any cross-border purchase, we recommend:

• Starting with cheaper test items
• Requesting detailed QC photos (Kakobuy provides 12-angle shots)
• Reading spreadsheet user comments

Recent Success Stories

In June 2024, Kakobuy facilitated orders for:

• ALD x New Balance rejected prototypes from Guangdong factories
• Unreleased Teddy Santis lookbook samples
• Overrun French Terry sweats with minor defects (50-70% below retail)

The combination of Kakobuy’s expertise and detailed community resources (like this spreadsheet template) makes purchasing authentic Aimé Leon Dore from 1688 surprisingly accessible. With advance product research and Kakobuy’s white-glove service, you can build your ALD collection while avoiding exorbitant aftermarket markups.